How to Use Xiaomi's Built-In Password Manager (Mi Browser / HyperOS)
Xiaomi offers a built-in password manager through Mi Browser and HyperOS system autofill — no third-party app required for basic password management.
Method 1 – HyperOS System Autofill (Recommended)
HyperOS has a system-level autofill service that works across all apps and browsers.
Enable Autofill:
1. Settings → Additional Settings → Accessibility → Downloaded apps → Autofill service.
2. Choose Autofill with Google (uses Google Password Manager) — most reliable option.
3. Or choose Xiaomi Autofill if you prefer to keep passwords on-device.
How it works:
- When you log into an app or website, a prompt appears to Save password.
- Next time, a popup offers to Autofill the saved credentials.
- Works in Chrome, Mi Browser, apps, and any Android sign-in form.
Method 2 – Mi Browser Saved Passwords
Save a password:
1. Log into a website in Mi Browser.
2. A "Save password?" prompt appears — tap Save.
View saved passwords:
1. Open Mi Browser → ⋮ Menu → Settings → Password manager.
2. Authenticate with fingerprint or PIN.
3. View, copy, or delete saved credentials.
Method 3 – Google Password Manager (Most Secure)
- Settings → Google → Autofill → Autofill with Google → enable.
- All passwords synced across Chrome and Android via your Google account.
- Access at passwords.google.com from any device.
- Includes Password checkup — alerts you to weak or reused passwords.
Password Manager Comparison
| Option | Sync Across Devices | Security | Third-Party Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi/Mi Browser built-in | Xiaomi devices only | Moderate | Mi Browser only |
| Google Password Manager | All devices (Android/Chrome/iOS) | High | Most apps + Chrome |
| Bitwarden / 1Password | All devices + all browsers | Highest | All apps/browsers |
Security Recommendations
- Never save passwords in apps you don't trust.
- Enable biometric authentication for the password manager (fingerprint/face unlock).
- Periodically review saved passwords and delete old ones.
- For high-security accounts (banking, email), use a dedicated password manager app like Bitwarden (free, open source).
Pro Tips
- On HyperOS 2, passwords saved via Xiaomi Autofill are stored locally and encrypted — they are not uploaded to Mi Cloud by default.
- If you switch from Mi Browser to Chrome, export your Mi Browser passwords first (Mi Browser → Settings → Password manager → Export).
